Find several fossil-digging expedition options in the U.S. There are planned digs in states across the country including Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Utah, Arizona, Florida and even Connecticut. Look for a dig that caters to families.
Visit the Museum of Western Colorado in Grand Junction. The Dinosaur Journey fossil-digging program is run by the museum with one- and five-day expeditions available for families.
Decide on a dinosaur dig. Dig for dinosaurs, lizards, turtles and mammal bones near Grand Junction, or pick a five-day expedition that takes you to Wyoming.
Check out TimeScale Adventures or the Paleo World Research Foundation in Montana for different education and digging programs for all ages. Travel to the Children's Museum of Indianapolis where they host family adventure dinosaur dig days in South Dakota.
Give your self a day or two extra on your family vacation to enjoy other points of interest in the dig areas. There are several old dig areas that can be toured, many museums that boast great fossil displays and learning areas designed for kids.
Pack clothing you can layer. Take big hats for each family member as protection against the sun, wear sunscreen and bug repellent. Make sure everyone has comfortable walking or hiking shoes for digs. Pack a special water bottle for each family member that can be refilled often to keep everyone hydrated.
